Our Counselors

We have two locations in Columbia, SC:

Providers at2805 Millwood Ave.
Columbia, SC 29205

Carlton Andrews, LPC, NCAC

Carlton Andrews has over 22 years of experience working in the counseling field. In 2005 he received his Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of South Carolina's School of Medicine. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Nationally Certified Addictions Counselor. Through his career he has primarily focused on those working to free themselves from substance use disorders as well as gambling, pornography and sex addiction. Carlton has worked extensively with couples, impaired professionals and others seeking to change habits and personality traits that hinder their happiness. One cornerstone for Carlton is helping his clients recognize, face, and overcome the fear often associated with having personal difficulties. While enjoying a focused, yet laid back approach, Carlton uses varied methods in his counseling practice. Among these are cognitive behavioral therapy , motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness. Carlton has facilitated continuing education trainings for other counselors and is an Adjunct Professor at the University of South Carolina's School of Medicine. He also has a special interest in using Skype and other internet tools to provide Distance Counseling to those that believe therapy may help, but for various reasons, are unable to get started. Currently Carlton is pursuing his goal of becoming a Licensed Supervisor for other Professional Counselors.

James Fanning, LPC, MEd

James has spent years helping people identify what may be wrong in their lives and helping them develop a plan to address these problems. He has a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from USC School of Medicine. He is licensed by the state of South Carolina as a Professional Counselor. He also has a Master’s Degree in Education Administration from USC. James holds the designation of GCDF, Global Career Development Facilitator, so he can help with career decisions. In addition, James is a National Board Certified Teacher/Counselor.
James has spent the last 15 years working in High Schools and Middle Schools, while maintaining a Private Clinical Practice. He has extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults concerning behavior, mental health and substance abuse issues. Prior to working in schools, James worked at a multitude of mental health agencies with all populations including, Lexington Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counsel, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Mental Health, Department of Social Services, Columbia Metro Treatment Center, and Three Rivers Treatment Center.

James’s counseling theory is Solution Focused (what we need to do to feel better and how are we going to do it). Identifying these two items is the goal of therapy. James believes that the therapist/clinician relationship is paramount to success. Whatever the issues may be, there is definitely a process to address the issue and be happy and satisfied with life.
James loves spending time with his two teen aged children and his wife of 23 years.

Jessica Pena-Cabana, PhD, MEd, CSC, LPC-S, CFC

Founder & President, Therapist, Trainer, InstructorDr. Pena-Cabana has over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, families, and adults with special needs and emotional issues. Dr. Pena-Cabana is trained as a National Certified Forensic Counselor (NAFC) and also in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Solution focused, Play therapy, Grief and Loss, PTSD, and trauma. She is a member of AASECT/ Sex Therapist. She has work as a Clinical Director, Therapist, and Professor in NYC, Texas, and South Carolina. Dr. Pena-Cabana has the experience and ability to work with children with Autism, ADD/ADHD, oppositional behaviors, Anger Management, and trauma. Additionally, she provides therapy and supervision for Parenting, Grief and Loss, and Behavioral Problems and Families suffering from PTSD .

Dr. Pena-Cabana was trained in a Military setting to work with those suffering from various forms of PTSD, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief, and Depression. She is socially sensitive and able to work with diverse populations, including those who are monolingual Spanish, recent immigrants, and the LGBT population. Dr. Pena-Cabana has traveled extensively and has chosen South Carolina to be her home. She loves to travel, help people, and spend time with her family.

Natasha Scott, MA, LPC

Natasha has been working in the field of behavioral health for more than 10 years. Natasha holds a BS in Psychology from George Mason University and an MA in Counseling with an emphasis on Community Mental Health from Webster University. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern. In addition Natasha is also a certified CPI instructor and a CARF Surveyor.

Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, she has traveled extensively worldwide and lived in several countries throughout the Middle East and Southeast Asia. She moved to South Carolina from Staten Island, NY in 2003, beginning her career with the forensic population then branching out into community mental health. Natasha has honed her clinical skills over the years providing multiple services to adults afflicted with serious mental illness. She has a strong passion for the work she does and is dedicated to assisting her clients meet their goals. Her specialties include working with adults who have serious mental illness, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, anxiety counseling, psychosocial education and forensics. Natasha is a firm believer in the counseling process and is able to work with culturally diverse populations. She works with adults to encourage healing and overall wellbeing so they can once again lead fulfilled lives. Natasha is married and loves spending time with her kids. She enjoys watching movies, playing games, reading and traveling.

Rachel Long, PhD, NCSP, LPES

Dr. Long earned a bachelor’s degree in Experimental Psychology, a master’s degree in School Psychology, and a doctorate in School Psychology from the University of South Carolina. She is a practicing school psychologist, an instructor in psychology at the University of South Carolina and an adjunct faculty member in the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department at Midlands Technical College. Dr. Long has ten years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults suffering from a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and oppositional defiance. She also has worked extensively with individuals diagnosed with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and severe emotional disturbance, and with parents, providing coaching and parenting strategies that promote healthy relationships and family functioning. Dr. Long is a native of South Carolina. In her spare time, she enjoys being in the outdoors and spending time with her family and friends.

Deana Tucker, LPC

Deana Tucker is a native of South Carolina and has worked in human services/helping profession for over 12 years. Deana is a Clinical Counselor with a Master’s Degree from Webster University. She is a Certified Addictions Counselor II for the state of South Carolina, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor.

She enjoys working with a variety of populations which ranges from elementary students, teens, adults and family units. Deana has experience with providing services in outpatient, home, and residential settings. She has helped youth work on vital life issues that include of self-esteem, decision making, grief, anger / behavioral / and crisis management. Deana has also had the opportunity to work with individuals who have psychiatric disorders ranging from mild to severe within the local community. Over the years Deana has worked in several capacities which have broaden her diversity and ability to work with various populations.

She enjoys spending time with her family, vacationing at the beach, and fishing!

Favorite Quote: Be your own kind of beautiful! (Author unknown)

Debra Maxwell, LPC, MA

Originally from Louisville KY, Debbie landed in South Carolina almost four years ago, bringing with her over 25 years of experience working in the mental health field. Debbie received her BS degree through Tennessee State University, and her Masters in Clinical Psychology at Middle Tennessee State. She then left Tennessee and traveled around a bit, living in Arizona and then Colorado before heading back east. Debbie has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient clinics, emergency rooms, and with a mobile crisis team.

Her eclectic approach to therapy includes and combines components of CBT, DBT, TF/CBT, CPT, Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy, SFCT, REBT, UP, Mindfulness, and crisis intervention. Debbie has worked extensively with personality disordered clients and the chronic and severely mentally ill population. She has worked with all age groups but primarily with adults, and more recently older adults. She has experience in program design and management, case management, assessment, and both individual and group therapy. Debbie enjoys accompanying clients on their individual journeys towards wholeness and happiness, with hopefully sharing some smiles along the way.

R. Patrick Pellicer, MRC, LPC

Patrick is a native to the Columbia area, and has six years professional experience as a counselor and therapist. He graduated from the Department of Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine. He also has a Certification in Psychiatric Rehabilitation from that program. He has spent the first two and a half years of his career working for the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department where he primarily served clients with psychiatric issues, but also served clients with substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, deaf and hard of hearing clients, individuals with physical disabilities, and special needs. For the last three years he has worked at the South Carolina Department of Mental Health at their Inpatient Substance Use Disorder Hospital, Morris Village. He has extensive personal and professional experience in assisting clients, and their families, with substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and the accompanying codependency issues. He has extensive connections with local support services and mutual help groups. He has completed all three tiers of the Star Behavioral Health Providers Military Sensitivity Training.

He has had a variety of experiences personally and professionally with people of all ages, and is willing to work with anyone that is ready and willing to work with him. He has lived in China, Scotland, the Philippines, and Los Angeles. He enjoys travel, college football, DIY, and even sews a little bit.

His ideal client would be someone who is prepared to complete tasks that are agreed upon in-session between the client and the therapist. This client would complete these tasks, on their own, away from the session, and would review the results in the next weekly session. He believes that any change that is made in a client's life, even the tiniest, has the potential to be a positive force for overall change. These series of changes build momentum, session to session, that ultimately empowers the client to live the life that they want to live.

Sandra Watson, Psy.D., LPC, NCC, NCCMHC

Dr. Watson has over 20 years of experience as a clinical therapist in mental health, substance abuse, and family services. She has experience with working with both various aged adults and youth (pre-adolescent and above. She specializes in CBT, DBT, RET, Person-Centered, Trauma Informed Care, Solution Focused Therapy, Crisis Intervention, and Substance Abuse Treatment. She also specializes in psychological and substance abuse assessments.

Dr. Watson possesses a doctorates (Psy.D.) in Psychology and a masters (M. Ed.) in Counseling. Dr. Watson is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and National Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor.

Ayanna McNeil, Master Level LPC (Intern)

Ayanna received her Bachelors of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina. She is currently enrolled as a full-time student at Webster University where she is pursuing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and aims to become a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of South Carolina. Ayanna has over 9 years of experience working with children to include elementary, middle and high school students.

Ayanna has a desire to help others and is dedicated to work with all populations. She holds a certification from safeTALK (suicide alertness) and has also completed training in psychological first aid, threat recognition and emotional intelligence. Ayanna brings her positive attitude and passion to the counseling field in hopes to make a difference in the lives of many.

Ayanna enjoys traveling, shopping, and spending time with her fiancé’ and family. When she is not at Thriveworks, Ayanna works as a Program Coordinator for the Ignition Interlock Device Program administered by South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services.

Alisa E. Weese, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC

Alisa E. Weese is aware of transitions that are a part of a persons life. Alisa considers herself a late bloomer when it comes to her professional life. Alisa earned her BA from Columbia College Evening College in psychology (2010). In 2015 Alisa graduated from South University with her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Alisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern (LPCI) Alisa is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and is also a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC). Alisa loves to learn and is always looking for ways to further her knowledge. Alisa is exploring expressive art and how it can be used with her clients.

Alisa has experience working with students in a school setting as a mental health counselor. Alisa has a special way of working with kids who have Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Depression, Anxiety and Self-Harm issues. Alisa also has experience working with women who are experiencing transitions in their lives. Alisa works with women who have experienced Betrayal Trauma, Empty Nest Issues and Depression.

Alisa brings a unique perspective and fun personality to counseling sessions. Alisa's clients know that she cares about them and will work with each client to help them achieve fulfillment in the life that they want or the life that the have.

Alisa is the South Carolina Team Leader for O.U.R., a non-profit organization that rescues children from sex trafficking. Alisa enjoys educating people on the work that O.U.R. does and how people can get involved.

When not at Thriveworks Alisa can be found spending time with her family. Alisa also loves to watch college football, reading a good book, and spending time enjoying the beauty of South Carolina.

Janeice Evans, MA, LPCi

Janeice earned her Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology with a concentration in law from Queens University of Charlotte and a Masters in Counseling with an Emphasis on Mental Health from Webster University. She possesses over 14 years of experience in the human services/counseling profession. Janeice has worked with a variety of populations with the goal of enhancing their lives through empowering the individual to identify, confront and resolve the very thing which is hindering them from living a happy and fulfilled life.

Janeice embraces and utilizes a holistic approach to therapy. She is a firm believer that every aspect of an individual’s existence is an important factor in true healing. Through utilization of this perspective Janeice explores an individuals mental, emotional, physical, financial and spiritual health along with life experiences to develop the most effective plan of treatment for long-term life changes. She encourages her clients to gain an understanding of how their life experiences have influenced their present mindset and aid them in challenging these thoughts, thus reframing their thought process. This change in how they see and manage themselves and their lives will further improve their ability to enhance every aspect of their life.

Janeice truly has a passion for helping people and enjoys seeing clients’ overcome personal, professional, relational or life challenges. She subscribes to the thought that the desire to heal is a personal choice and the power of one’s ability to change undesired aspects of their life lies within them. Janeice is open to working with anyone who is truly ready and willing to put in the work needed to bring about the changes they desire to see in their life.

Kiaya Demonbreun

Kiaya Demonbreun received her B.A. In Anthroplogy at Wake Forest University. She is currently earning a Master's degree in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kiaya is committed to working with adults, children, couples, and families from all population groups. She is committed to gaining knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to aid others in improving their life quality. Kiaya aspires to become a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.

Kiaya enjoys spending her leisure time with her boyfriend and their friends, as well as with her dog. She is Native to Columbia, SC. When she is not at Thriveworks, Kiaya works as a Medical Assistant/ Scribe.

Janet Foster, MEd, LPCi

Janet Foster received her MEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University, She has had training in Parent Child Interaction Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She is also certified in Career and Performance coaching.

Her areas of interest lie in working individuals on various levels from different backgrounds. She has experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, life transitions, and career coaching. She has also had the opportunity to work with Rehabilitative Behavioral Health Services focusing on mental health services for children and adolescents. She truly believes everyone has the potential to be great!

Sally Pitt, LPC intern

Sally Pitt is a Masters of Counseling candidate from Wake Forest University. She received a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of South Carolina in 2014. Sally is originally from Washington, DC but after loving her time at USC she decided to make Columbia her home. When not at Thriveworks, Sally is a Veterinary Technician and loves her time spent helping animals. She hopes to one day become licensed in Animal Assisted Therapy. She is committed to helping all populations and to learning from those around her.

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James Fanning, LPC, MEd

James has spent years helping people identify what may be wrong in their lives and helping them develop a plan to address these problems. He has a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from USC School of Medicine. He is licensed by the state of South Carolina as a Professional Counselor. He also has a Master’s Degree in Education Administration from USC. James holds the designation of GCDF, Global Career Development Facilitator, so he can help with career decisions. In addition, James is a National Board Certified Teacher/Counselor.
James has spent the last 15 years working in High Schools and Middle Schools, while maintaining a Private Clinical Practice. He has extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults concerning behavior, mental health and substance abuse issues. Prior to working in schools, James worked at a multitude of mental health agencies with all populations including, Lexington Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counsel, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Mental Health, Department of Social Services, Columbia Metro Treatment Center, and Three Rivers Treatment Center.

James’s counseling theory is Solution Focused (what we need to do to feel better and how are we going to do it). Identifying these two items is the goal of therapy. James believes that the therapist/clinician relationship is paramount to success. Whatever the issues may be, there is definitely a process to address the issue and be happy and satisfied with life.
James loves spending time with his two teen aged children and his wife of 23 years.

Jessica Pena-Cabana, PhD, MEd, CSC, LPC-S, CFC

Founder & President, Therapist, Trainer, InstructorDr. Pena-Cabana has over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, families, and adults with special needs and emotional issues. Dr. Pena-Cabana is trained as a National Certified Forensic Counselor (NAFC) and also in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Solution focused, Play therapy, Grief and Loss, PTSD, and trauma. She is a member of AASECT/ Sex Therapist. She has work as a Clinical Director, Therapist, and Professor in NYC, Texas, and South Carolina. Dr. Pena-Cabana has the experience and ability to work with children with Autism, ADD/ADHD, oppositional behaviors, Anger Management, and trauma. Additionally, she provides therapy and supervision for Parenting, Grief and Loss, and Behavioral Problems and Families suffering from PTSD .

Dr. Pena-Cabana was trained in a Military setting to work with those suffering from various forms of PTSD, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief, and Depression. She is socially sensitive and able to work with diverse populations, including those who are monolingual Spanish, recent immigrants, and the LGBT population. Dr. Pena-Cabana has traveled extensively and has chosen South Carolina to be her home. She loves to travel, help people, and spend time with her family.

Natasha Scott, MA, LPC

Natasha has been working in the field of behavioral health for more than 10 years. Natasha holds a BS in Psychology from George Mason University and an MA in Counseling with an emphasis on Community Mental Health from Webster University. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern. In addition Natasha is also a certified CPI instructor and a CARF Surveyor.

Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, she has traveled extensively worldwide and lived in several countries throughout the Middle East and Southeast Asia. She moved to South Carolina from Staten Island, NY in 2003, beginning her career with the forensic population then branching out into community mental health. Natasha has honed her clinical skills over the years providing multiple services to adults afflicted with serious mental illness. She has a strong passion for the work she does and is dedicated to assisting her clients meet their goals. Her specialties include working with adults who have serious mental illness, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, anxiety counseling, psychosocial education and forensics. Natasha is a firm believer in the counseling process and is able to work with culturally diverse populations. She works with adults to encourage healing and overall wellbeing so they can once again lead fulfilled lives. Natasha is married and loves spending time with her kids. She enjoys watching movies, playing games, reading and traveling.

R. Patrick Pellicer, MRC, LPC

Patrick is a native to the Columbia area, and has six years professional experience as a counselor and therapist. He graduated from the Department of Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine. He also has a Certification in Psychiatric Rehabilitation from that program. He has spent the first two and a half years of his career working for the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department where he primarily served clients with psychiatric issues, but also served clients with substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, deaf and hard of hearing clients, individuals with physical disabilities, and special needs. For the last three years he has worked at the South Carolina Department of Mental Health at their Inpatient Substance Use Disorder Hospital, Morris Village. He has extensive personal and professional experience in assisting clients, and their families, with substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and the accompanying codependency issues. He has extensive connections with local support services and mutual help groups. He has completed all three tiers of the Star Behavioral Health Providers Military Sensitivity Training.

He has had a variety of experiences personally and professionally with people of all ages, and is willing to work with anyone that is ready and willing to work with him. He has lived in China, Scotland, the Philippines, and Los Angeles. He enjoys travel, college football, DIY, and even sews a little bit.

His ideal client would be someone who is prepared to complete tasks that are agreed upon in-session between the client and the therapist. This client would complete these tasks, on their own, away from the session, and would review the results in the next weekly session. He believes that any change that is made in a client's life, even the tiniest, has the potential to be a positive force for overall change. These series of changes build momentum, session to session, that ultimately empowers the client to live the life that they want to live.

Kiaya Demonbreun

Kiaya Demonbreun received her B.A. In Anthroplogy at Wake Forest University. She is currently earning a Master's degree in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kiaya is committed to working with adults, children, couples, and families from all population groups. She is committed to gaining knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to aid others in improving their life quality. Kiaya aspires to become a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.

Kiaya enjoys spending her leisure time with her boyfriend and their friends, as well as with her dog. She is Native to Columbia, SC. When she is not at Thriveworks, Kiaya works as a Medical Assistant/ Scribe.

Janet Foster, MEd, LPCi

Janet Foster received her MEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University, She has had training in Parent Child Interaction Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She is also certified in Career and Performance coaching.

Her areas of interest lie in working individuals on various levels from different backgrounds. She has experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, life transitions, and career coaching. She has also had the opportunity to work with Rehabilitative Behavioral Health Services focusing on mental health services for children and adolescents. She truly believes everyone has the potential to be great!

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Patrick is a STAR

★★★★★

I was ready to give up hope of ever healing from PTSD when I found Thriveworks. Patrick’s approach using CPT...Read more

worked when traditional counseling by several other therapists had failed. I really was beginning to believe PTSD was just something I’d have to learn to live with, but Patrick taught me how to work through my issues using the worksheets on my own. As a military spouse, my time with Patrick had a deadline as my husband’s service time at Fort Jackson came to a close. Patrick ensured that I took with me the tools to continue working through my issues long after leaving his office. I can’t thank him enough for changing my inner voice, and giving me the power to stop negative thoughts and process them in a healthy way. Patrick changed my life and after struggling for all of my adult life, I finally have the confidence to live without shame and understand my value. He has a deep understanding of the unique struggles military couples face, and worked tirelessly with my husband and me. Thank you, and Patrick, for teaching me how to save myself and my marriage.

Be your on critic

★★★★★

I've been in and out of therapy and hospitals over the past couple of years. I have had bouts of depression a...Read more

nd a lot of trauma that I have had to work through. I also have a pattern of running away and getting mad when I'm challenged or things don't go my way, but this time I didn't run and haven't ran.
Dr. Pena was very encouraging, down to earth, caring, and helpful which was a blessing.
But warning to all, she is a busy lady and sometimes getting an apt can be tricky. But she will make time and do what she can to see you. My advice is get in and keep your apps, because there is a reason she is busy, but never too busy to return a text or come in when she didn't have to. Thank you because that little bit of care and time actually meant more to me than anyone can imagine.

Highly Recommend

Patrick is great! He challenges you, but in a constructive manner. Scheduling with Thriveworks is amazing!

- T.M

Thriveworks Counseling Columbia

Patrick is a STAR

★★★★★

I was ready to give up hope of ever healing from PTSD when I found Thriveworks. Patrick’s approach using CPT...Read more

worked when traditional counseling by several other therapists had failed. I really was beginning to believe PTSD was just something I’d have to learn to live with, but Patrick taught me how to work through my issues using the worksheets on my own. As a military spouse, my time with Patrick had a deadline as my husband’s service time at Fort Jackson came to a close. Patrick ensured that I took with me the tools to continue working through my issues long after leaving his office. I can’t thank him enough for changing my inner voice, and giving me the power to stop negative thoughts and process them in a healthy way. Patrick changed my life and after struggling for all of my adult life, I finally have the confidence to live without shame and understand my value. He has a deep understanding of the unique struggles military couples face, and worked tirelessly with my husband and me. Thank you, and Patrick, for teaching me how to save myself and my marriage.

Be your on critic

★★★★★

I've been in and out of therapy and hospitals over the past couple of years. I have had bouts of depression a...Read more

nd a lot of trauma that I have had to work through. I also have a pattern of running away and getting mad when I'm challenged or things don't go my way, but this time I didn't run and haven't ran.
Dr. Pena was very encouraging, down to earth, caring, and helpful which was a blessing.
But warning to all, she is a busy lady and sometimes getting an apt can be tricky. But she will make time and do what she can to see you. My advice is get in and keep your apps, because there is a reason she is busy, but never too busy to return a text or come in when she didn't have to. Thank you because that little bit of care and time actually meant more to me than anyone can imagine.

Highly Recommend

Patrick is great! He challenges you, but in a constructive manner. Scheduling with Thriveworks is amazing!

- T.M

Thriveworks Counseling Columbia

Best money ever spent

★★★★★

This place is amazing and what therapy is about. Dr. Pena, Patrick, James, Rachell, it really doesn't matter w...Read more

ho you are going to see you will be cared for. Accountability and commitment to helping you move forward with whatever issues you face is where they shine. They listen, they care, they help you set small goals and they help give you the tools you need succeed with your goal. Couldn't ask for a better set up and a great location!

the Oasis amongst my chaos

★★★★★

Deceived into moving to this city, I sought marriage counseling and tried three separate counselors and an add...Read more

itional counselor after I was abandoned. Not only did those other counselors not listen properly to be able to understand the dynamics of my situation, they didn't have the proper experience to recognize the complexity of the symptoms I was displaying, nor could they fully understand what I was going through. How can someone help us if they don't understand? They can't. Nor can we teach our children to tie their shoes if we don't know how to tie shoes ourselves. Even though I knew the name of the abuse I was subjected to, I was emotionally dismissed by other counselors throughout the city. Once I found Dr. Pena and read through all her credentials, her experience, her specialties, her background and experience with the Military, I thought she sounded too good to be true. With the complexities of what my family has been through, I finally found some hope again. Dr. Pena is highly intelligent, compassionate, patient, quick witted and humorous. She also pulls no punches, which is what we need sometimes. I only wish I would have found her sooner so I didn't have to go through the hell I've been through alone, without her proper guidance. I am eager to continue learning the coping strategies she's teaching me and to continue to heal and grow as an individual and as a parent. Until my journey is complete and my heart and soul are healed, Dr. Pena shall remain the Oasis amongst my chaos.

will never leave thriveworks!!

★★★★★

Absolutely love and the staff! They genuinely care about me and my family! We are not an instance claim.or a c...Read more

ase number, we are individuals and treated as such! I would never recommend another theraputical office to anyone else.! I wish I could give 10 stars because they deserve it!!!! HIGHLY recommend to anyone seeking services!